Former President Bill Clinton didn’t mince words during a candid interview that aired June 1, 2025, on CBS Sunday Morning. In a wide-ranging conversation, Clinton spoke openly about leadership, accountability, and the direction of U.S. politics—calling out both Donald Trump and Joe Biden in the process.

When asked whether Donald Trump’s power has any real limits, Clinton responded without hesitation: “Oh yeah.” He pointed to the courts—many of which include judges appointed by Trump himself—as the key force holding the former president in check.

Clinton criticized Trump for repeatedly trying to sidestep the law, describing it as part of a dangerous pattern. Still, he expressed confidence in the system’s ability to push back.

But he didn’t sugarcoat the potential consequences.

“If those attempts to avoid accountability actually succeed,” Clinton warned, “the damage won’t just fall on Trump—it could hurt the entire country.”

The former president’s remarks come at a time when Americans are sharply divided, with questions swirling about both Trump’s legal troubles and President Joe Biden’s ability to lead in a second term. Clinton acknowledged the uncertainty but emphasized the importance of strong institutions—and leaders who are held to account.